
Philippines Plans Permanent Facilities on Disputed Second Thomas Shoal
Philippines considers constructing permanent civilian structures on disputed Second Thomas Shoal amid rising South China Sea tensions.
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Philippines considers constructing permanent civilian structures on disputed Second Thomas Shoal amid rising South China Sea tensions.
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